1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 404 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
